The ICAR-Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology (CIPHET) was established on 3rd October 1989 at the PAU Campus, Ludhiana, Punjab, India as a nodal institute to undertake lead researches in the area of the Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology appropriate to agricultural production catchment and agro-industries. The institute’s second campus was established on 19 March 1993 at Abohar, Punjab, India. Which is primarily responsible for conducting research and development activities on fruits and vegetables, and commercial horticultural crops. ICAR-CIPHET is also headquarters for two All India Coordinated Research Projects (AICRPs) viz. AICRP on Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology (PHET) at 31 Centres and AICRP on Plasticulture Engineering & Technology (PET) at 14 Centre’s.
Description
ICAR-Central Institute of Post Harvest Engineering & Technology Applications are invited for engagement in research and extension activity for the project entitled “Mechanized System for making Hawaijar-A Traditional Fermented Food of NorthEast India” funded by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), New Delhi.
Name of the project Mechanized System for making Hawaijar-A Traditional Fermented Food of North-East India
Position
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Eligibility
Position: Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Essential Qualification Master degree in Food Technology / Food Science & Technology /Microbiology/Biochemistry/Food Nutrition/ Food Engineering & Technology/ Agricultural Structures and Process Engineering or allied disciplines with 4 years / 5 years bachelor degree and 2 years Master`s degree should have NET qualification with 2 years of research experience.
Desirable Qualification Experience in microbiological analysis/nutritional profile analysis, Work experience in HPLC or GC, Computer skill (Statistical analysis, scientific report, writing communication skill etc.) Candidate who can speak Manipuri language is preferable [The project activities include extension work that require interaction with the local people of Manipur]
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Remuneration Rs. 31000/- + HRA as per rule
How to Apply
Applications are invited for engagement in research and extension activity for the project entitled “Mechanized System for making Hawaijar-A Traditional Fermented Food of NorthEast India” funded by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), New Delhi. The appointment will be purely temporary under contractual and co-terminus basis, following the prescribed procedure for seventeen months or till the completion date of the project.
The appointment may be terminated at any time without notice or assigning any reason thereof. The eligible candidates may appear for the Virtual interview on 30th October, 2021 at 11:00 AM along with their complete bio-data in the Application format.
Note: Owing to the prevailing COVID-19 crisis, the eligible candidates interested in Virtual Interview are requested to send their applications in the proforma given in advertisement along with self-attested scanned copy of all the documents (one PDF file only) to the PI’s email address (bidyala@gmail.com) or (Bidyalakshmi.Devi@icar.gov) in latest by 28th October 2021. Applicants will be informed in advance about the mode of interview by email/SMS. Therefore, the applicant must have a valid operative email and mobile number.
Important Date
Application Submission Deadline 28th October 2021
Job Location 🇮🇳
ICAR-Central Institute of Post Harvest Engineering & Technology, PAU, Ludhiana – 141 004, Punjab
For Additional Information
Highlights
- Government Job Opportunity in ICAR-Central Institute of Post Harvest Engineering & Technology
- Monthly Salary Rs.31,000
- Job Opportunity for Food Technology / Food Science & Technology /Microbiology/Biochemistry/Food Nutrition/ Food Engineering & Technology/ Agricultural Structures and Process Engineering